Director of Property Services

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC); Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO / volunteer hours

Childcare discounts

Public transit passes

Tuition reimbursement

Free uniforms

Job summary

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community is seeking a Director of Property Services to lead Property Services, Horticulture, Fleet and Laundry, guiding strategy and governance to ensure 24/7 safe, efficient operations in support of Tribal Operations and Gaming Enterprises.

You will oversee a team of about 100 full-time staff plus seasonal workers, manage budgets and major contracts, mentor leaders, and partner with Public Works to maintain infrastructure and safety programs in alignment with

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and governance capabilities.
• Experience directing large facilities/public works operations.
• Budgeting, capital planning, and policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Proposes and implements long-term vision, strategy, and performance expectations for Property Services; aligns with SMSC priorities.
• Provides executive oversight of performance, safety, service quality and risk management.
• Manages departmental budgets, capital plans, and policy changes; ensures regulatory compliance.
• Owns key vendor relationships and approves major contracts; aligns vendor strategies with enterprise goals.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Property Services leaders and supports culture and engagement.
• Collaborates with Public Works to ensure continuity of service and leads safety and testing programs.
• Participates in internal and external work groups as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Budgeting

Vendor management

Safety programs

Strategic direction

Education

Post-secondary education in Public Works, Engineering or Facilities Management

10+ years progressive experience; 4+ years management in large-scale Facilities/Public Works

5+ years leadership of teams >50 employees

Job description

Come Join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community! As the Director of Property Services, you will have the opportunity to influence the strategy of operational excellence! Creating long-term growth across a dynamic and diverse organization. In this impactful role, you will provide leadership and oversight for all Property Services functions, providing high-quality operations that support both Tribal Operations.

Job Summary:

The Director of Property Services provides oversight, leadership, strategic direction, and governance for all areas of Property Services functions which include Property Services, Horticulture, Fleet and Laundry Departments. The Property Services organization consists of approximately 100 full-time employees with the addition of seasonal employees and support staff, as needed. In close partnership with the Public Works organization, this Director and team ensure 100% optimally maintained infrastructure 24/7, 365 days/year. This Director ensures all Property Services departments support Tribal Operations and the Gaming Enterprises through safe, efficient, and high-quality property operations while aligning with SMSC values and long-term objectives.

Primary Job Duties:

• Proposes and implements the overall long-term visions, strategy, and performance expectations for Property Services departments, including alignment with SMSC vision, values, and enterprise priorities. Serves as the primary representative for Property Services with Tribal Operations and Gaming Enterprise leadership. Establishes governance standards, controls, and accountability frameworks.
• Provides executive oversight of department performance, safety outcomes, service quality, and risk management. Holds Property Services department leaders accountable for operational execution, compliance, and results. Monitors high-level performance metrics and addresses systematic issues.
• Proposes and implements departmental operating budgets and capital plans. Sets capital investment priorities and resource allocation. Reviews financial performance at an aggregate level and addresses significant variances. Approves departmental-level policies and significant procedural changes. Ensures Property Services departments are compliant with regulatory requirements and internal standards. Oversee the development of and revisions to procedures as necessary. Directs and oversees the implementation of operational or department policy changes. Holds leaders accountable for audit and inspection outcomes and corrective action completion.
• Owns key vendor relationships and strategic Approves major contracts and ensures vendor strategies align with enterprise goals and initiatives.
• Provides leadership direction, coaching, and mentorship to Property Services department leaders. Oversees leadership development, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness. Establishes expectations for culture, engagement, and accountability.
• Works closely with Public Works Director to ensure continuity of service across enterprise and Leads and coordinates Tribal Operations safety and random drug testing programs.
• Participation in internal and external work groups as needed.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A combination of post-secondary education in Public Works, Engineering or Facilities Management and 10+ years progressive experience with at least 4 years management experience in a large-scale Facilities or Public Works
• 5+ years of direct leadership of teams >50 employees
• Ability to read and interpret construction and landscape
• Valid Class D driver’s license may be needed.
• Standard driver’s license with a good driving record is required.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks

At the SMSC, we are invested in our employees, as demonstrated by the competitive benefits we offer. Employees may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a generous PTO package, which includes outreach hours for volunteer work through our #SMSCgives outreach program. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.

Who We Are:

The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes both time and financial resources across the region, state, and country. The SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties, and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative that organizes various opportunities in the local community. To empower its team members to take part in the Dakota tradition of giving, the SMSC provides paid hours to team members to volunteer at events. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org.